Iran: Teachers plan nationwide protests Feb. 22

Event

Teachers plan to demonstrate nationwide from 10:00 Feb. 22 to demand higher salaries and improved employee benefits. Organizers have announced that the main protest will occur outside Parliament in Tehran. Gatherings are also likely outside education departments and offices nationwide. Hundreds to thousands of individuals could attend the demonstrations.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near gathering sites, especially near Parliament in Tehran, the morning of Feb. 22. Clashes between protesters and security forces cannot be ruled out, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or ignore police orders to disperse.

Advice

Avoid all protests due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected areas Feb. 22.